What is Confirmation?
In the sacrament of Baptism we are born into a new life by which we become adopted children of the Father, members of Jesus Christ’s body (the Church) and temples of the Holy Spirit.
In the Sacrament of Confirmation (also known as Chrismation), our Baptism is completed, strengthened and deepened by a special outpouring of the Holy Spirit like that granted to the apostles on the day of Pentecost. We are empowered by the Holy Spirit to be bold missionaries and defenders of the faith through gifts of service to the degree that we are ready and willing to do so.
Confirmation roots us more deeply as children of God, unites us more firmly to Christ, strengthens our bond with the Church, links us more closely with her mission, and helps us to witness to the faith in words and actions.
Both Baptism and Confirmation imprint a permanent spiritual mark of belonging to Christ upon the recipient’s soul.
In the Sacrament of Confirmation (also known as Chrismation), our Baptism is completed, strengthened and deepened by a special outpouring of the Holy Spirit like that granted to the apostles on the day of Pentecost. We are empowered by the Holy Spirit to be bold missionaries and defenders of the faith through gifts of service to the degree that we are ready and willing to do so.
Confirmation roots us more deeply as children of God, unites us more firmly to Christ, strengthens our bond with the Church, links us more closely with her mission, and helps us to witness to the faith in words and actions.
Both Baptism and Confirmation imprint a permanent spiritual mark of belonging to Christ upon the recipient’s soul.
What is required to receive Confirmation?
Candidates for the sacrament of Confirmation must profess the Catholic Faith, be in a state of grace, have the intentions of receiving the sacrament, and be prepared to be disciples and witnesses to Christ in all parts of their lives.
Baptized teenagers of Saint Joachim’s Church have to attend a special two year program for Confirmation preparation. In order to register the candidates must be at least 14 years old and attend 9 grade in High School. Candidates will not be able to register with our a copy of their baptismal certificate.
Candidates and their parents must sign a “code of conduct” that outlines basic expectations in behavior and clothing.
Unbaptized teenagers should register for the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. Youth Catechumens must be at least 14 years old and attend 9 grade in High School.
Candidates for Confirmation and Catechumens must choose a sponsor and a patron saint during their first year of preparation for the sacrament.
Baptized teenagers of Saint Joachim’s Church have to attend a special two year program for Confirmation preparation. In order to register the candidates must be at least 14 years old and attend 9 grade in High School. Candidates will not be able to register with our a copy of their baptismal certificate.
Candidates and their parents must sign a “code of conduct” that outlines basic expectations in behavior and clothing.
Unbaptized teenagers should register for the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults. Youth Catechumens must be at least 14 years old and attend 9 grade in High School.
Candidates for Confirmation and Catechumens must choose a sponsor and a patron saint during their first year of preparation for the sacrament.
Registration Information
Confirmation registrations have closed for this year. We will start registrations for the 2021-2022 preparation year on May 3rd, 2021.
Classes for this year have begin. Classes will be held via zoom.
Youth Ministry Office Business Hours:
Mon-Fri: 10:00am to 3:00pm
Thurs: 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Sat, Sun & Holidays CLOSED
OUR OFFICE HOURS WILL CHANGE TO ACCOMMODATE COVID 19 RESTRICTIONS!
Classes for this year have begin. Classes will be held via zoom.
Youth Ministry Office Business Hours:
Mon-Fri: 10:00am to 3:00pm
Thurs: 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Sat, Sun & Holidays CLOSED
OUR OFFICE HOURS WILL CHANGE TO ACCOMMODATE COVID 19 RESTRICTIONS!
Important Upcoming Dates
Confirmation 1st day of Class: Thursday, October 22 and Sunday October 25, 2020
Confirmation Holy Hour: Postponed due to the pandemic.
Class Times: Thursday 6:30pm-7:15pm & Sunday 5:00pm-5:45pm for 1st year candidates. Times will vary for 2nd year candidates depending on their catechist.
Rite of Welcoming for 1st Year Candidates: Canceled due to the pandemic.
Candidate and Sponsor Retreats: Postponed until January or February due to the pandemic.
Last Parent and Sponsor Meeting for 2nd year candidates: Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 6:30pm Eng. and 7:30pm Span via Zoom. IN ORDER TO PRIVIDE YOU WITH THE MOST UP TO DATE INFORMATION FOR CONFIRMATION MASS THIS MEETING HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 2021
Rite of Election for 2nd Year Candidates: Canceled due to the pandemic.
1st Year Candidate Retreat: Postponed until further notice due to the pandemic.
Last Parent & Sponsor Meeting for 1st year candidates: Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 6:30pm Eng. and 7:30pm Span through zoom.
Rite of Penance: Thursday, March 4, 2021 at 6:30pm in the church. Candidates and sponsors must be present. *Pending Bishop’s approval
Confirmation Practice: Friday, March 5, 2021 at 4:30pm in the church. Candidates and sponsors must be present. *Pending Bishop’s approval
Confirmation Day: Sunday, March 7, 2021- Spanish Mass at 2:15pm and English Mass at 5:00pm. Candidates and sponsors must report to Holy Spouses Hall 2 hours before their assigned Mass. *Pending Bishop’s approval
Parent Workshops
Tuesdays: 11/17/20, 12/15/20, 1/12/21, 2/9/21. Via Zoom. Parents or guardians must attend 2 workshops per year.
Confirmation Holy Hour: Postponed due to the pandemic.
Class Times: Thursday 6:30pm-7:15pm & Sunday 5:00pm-5:45pm for 1st year candidates. Times will vary for 2nd year candidates depending on their catechist.
Rite of Welcoming for 1st Year Candidates: Canceled due to the pandemic.
Candidate and Sponsor Retreats: Postponed until January or February due to the pandemic.
Last Parent and Sponsor Meeting for 2nd year candidates: Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at 6:30pm Eng. and 7:30pm Span via Zoom. IN ORDER TO PRIVIDE YOU WITH THE MOST UP TO DATE INFORMATION FOR CONFIRMATION MASS THIS MEETING HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL TUESDAY, JANUARY 26, 2021
Rite of Election for 2nd Year Candidates: Canceled due to the pandemic.
1st Year Candidate Retreat: Postponed until further notice due to the pandemic.
Last Parent & Sponsor Meeting for 1st year candidates: Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 6:30pm Eng. and 7:30pm Span through zoom.
Rite of Penance: Thursday, March 4, 2021 at 6:30pm in the church. Candidates and sponsors must be present. *Pending Bishop’s approval
Confirmation Practice: Friday, March 5, 2021 at 4:30pm in the church. Candidates and sponsors must be present. *Pending Bishop’s approval
Confirmation Day: Sunday, March 7, 2021- Spanish Mass at 2:15pm and English Mass at 5:00pm. Candidates and sponsors must report to Holy Spouses Hall 2 hours before their assigned Mass. *Pending Bishop’s approval
Parent Workshops
Tuesdays: 11/17/20, 12/15/20, 1/12/21, 2/9/21. Via Zoom. Parents or guardians must attend 2 workshops per year.
